Teaching Assistant 3 SEN

MOORLANDS JUNIOR SCHOOL
Temple Road
Sale
M33 2LP
Email: moorlands.admin@trafford.gov.uk
Website: https://www.moorlandsjuniorschool.com/
Phone: 0161 962 5452

TEACHING ASSISTANT 3 SEN - Required for September 2026
Band 5 (SCP 19-22)
Full time 36.25 hrs/week, term time only (45.86 weeks/year)
Permanent
We are willing to consider candidates looking for flexible working/job share opportunities.

Moorlands Junior School’s values are:
Support and Care
Respect and Value
Make the Most of Every Opportunity
Be Inspired to Learn Achieve and Grow.

The Governors are looking to appoint an experienced SEN teaching assistant to work in our Small Specialist Class who will live and drive these values across school life.

Our two small specialist classes are within our resourced provision unit for twenty children with complex learning and social communication difficulties.

Our new teaching assistant will be enthusiastic have high expectations of children, be passionate about learning and be someone who wants to thrive and to develop professionally.

We can offer an inclusive working environment, lots of CPD opportunities, a hard-working, passionate and supportive team and lots of fantastic children and supportive parents.

Moorlands Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. References will be sought prior to interview for shortlisted candidates. The appointment will be made subject to an enhanced DBS check and online checks will be undertaken.

The job description, person specification and application form are attached to the job advert on the Greater Jobs Website, www.greater.jobs

Completed application forms should be returned to the Head Teacher at: sbm@moorlandsjuniorschool.com

Closing date - Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 9.00 am
Interviews Wednesday 29 April 2026